The Tiger Food Pantry at Jackson State University is committed to reducing food insecurity by providing supplemental food assistance to JSU students at no cost. By helping students access essential food resources, the pantry seeks to alleviate hunger, promote student well-being, and support academic success.

The Tiger Food Pantry is dedicated to:

• Establishing and strengthening relationships with alumni, corporate partners, and community organizations to increase awareness of campus food insecurity and expand access to resources.

• Encouraging student involvement, volunteerism, and service to cultivate a supportive campus community where Tigers help Tigers.

• Reducing the impact of food insecurity so students can focus on their educational goals and thrive at Jackson State University.

Hours of Operation

Monday–Friday | 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Request Food Pantry Items

JSU students may request items from the Tiger Food Pantry by completing the Tiger Food Pantry Request Form.

Request and Pickup Guidelines:

• Requests may be submitted Monday through Friday, once every seven (7) business days.

• Once your request has been received and your order is packaged and ready for pickup, a Tiger Food Pantry representative will contact you with additional details.

• All orders must be picked up within three calendar days, including the day the order is ready and the following two days.

Contact, Donate, Volunteer

Want to donate, volunteer, or partner with the Tiger Food Pantry? Have questions about our services or how you can support our mission? We would love to hear from you!

Whether you are a student seeking assistance, an alumnus, a community partner, or someone interested in giving back, your support helps us make a difference in the lives of JSU students.

For inquiries, donations, volunteer opportunities, or partnership information, please contact us at tigerpantry@jsums.edu.

Together, we can fight food insecurity and ensure our Tigers have the resources they need to succeed. Every Tiger deserves the opportunity to thrive!